Demand & Forecast Planner – Horticulture Supply Chain

Randstad Engineering; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Cambridge is seeking a Demand Analyst to manage forecasts and support production planning. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to ensure efficient supply chain operation. You should possess strong forecasting experience, excellent Excel skills, and stock management expertise. This role offers competitive salary and development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in forecasting/demand planning, ideally within a seasonal business.
• Excellent Excel skills and commercial awareness.
• Understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Expertise in stock management.
• Logical thinker, able to navigate challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined forecast area, collaborating with Sales to build a demand plan.
• Support planning of 2,400 finished goods SKUs and purchasing of raw materials.
• Provide accurate reporting and insights for production and purchasing decisions.
• Assist with stock balancing and KPI reporting.
• Support Production Planners with PO management and supply chain projects.

Skills

Forecasting

Excel skills

MRP / ERP systems

Stock management

Collaborative attitude

Job description

A leading manufacturing business in Cambridge is seeking a Demand Analyst to manage forecasts and support production planning. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to ensure efficient supply chain operation. You should possess strong forecasting experience, excellent Excel skills, and stock management expertise. This role offers competitive salary and development opportunities within a supportive team environment.